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Joerns® Support Surfaces
Cair LAL
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Important Precautions .............................................2
Introduction ...............................................................4
Indications for use ....................................................5
Features.....................................................................5
Grounding Instructions ............................................6
Setup ..........................................................................7
Operation ...................................................................7
Additional Features ..................................................8
Troubleshooting .......................................................8
Nursing Procedures .................................................8
Incontinence
Safety information ....................................................9
Cleaning ....................................................................9
Maintenance ............................................................10
Storage and Care ....................................................10
System Specifications ........................................... 11
Call for Assistance ................................................. 11
Warranty ..................................................................12
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Introduction
The Cair LAL, provided by Joerns Healthcare is
a unique therapy system that provides pressure
redistribution through low air loss. Low air loss therapy
has been demonstrated to reduce the risk of pressure
ulcers as well as being a valuable aid in the treatment
of pressure ulcers. The Cair LAL is designed as a
mattress replacement system for patients weighing up
to 350 lbs.
Warning: The risk of entrapment can arise when
equipment is placed on bed frames that leave gaps of
even a few inches between the mattress and the head
panel, foot panel, and bed or side rails. The equipment
is NOT to be used when such gaps are present. See
"Important Precautions" section of this manual.
The Cair LAL mattress replacement system is suitable
for both the treatment of existing pressure ulcers
Stage I through Stage IV, as well as for patients who
have been assessed at risk from the complications
of immobility. The Cair LAL is quiet, comfortable
and simple enough for single caregiver installation,
featuring rapid inflation in just five minutes or less.
The user-friendly controls allow for easy adjustment of
patient comfort.
Additionally, low friction and shear materials, together
with average interface pressures well below capillary
closure levels, means that the Cair LAL meets the
comfort and clinical requirements of your patients up
to 350 lbs.
We have ensured that the Cair LAL addresses the
four key areas in the treatment of compromised skin:
pressure redistribution, moisture control, and reduction
in both friction and shearing forces.
Moisture Control
Patients are at risk for skin maceration if excess
moisture is permitted to accumulate beneath the
patient. This may be due to perspiration, incontinence
or wound drainage.
On the Cair LAL, moisture is controlled via the
specially treated breathable, fluid-proof, urethane
coated nylon therapy pad. The moisture vapor
permeable fabric of the therapy pad allows a sufficient
amount of air to circulate beneath the pad and wicks
away excess moisture.
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